2011 Nissan Altima vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 133 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Altima | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Altima | TL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
